Pastor Luke Simmons explores the nature of envy in this sermon, part of the "Seven Deadly Sins" series.

Delving into the biblical perspective, Pastor Luke highlights how envy erodes our relationships and diminishes the joy of walking in Christ. Drawing from familiar Disney villains and scriptural teachings, he reveals how envy is not only unhappy and ugly but fundamentally unnecessary for those secure in their identity as God's children.

Join us as we uncover how to overcome envy and embrace a life of love, contentment, and the fullness that comes from a relationship with Christ.

00:00 - Introduction
04:26 - Envy is Unhappy
09:03 - Envy is Ugly
20:31 - Envy is Unnecessary

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Pastor Seth Troutt explores the complex issue of greed in this thought-provoking sermon, part of the Seven Deadly Sins series.

Unpacking biblical wisdom, Seth examines why money, wealth, and possessions are the most frequently discussed topics in scripture next to salvation. He challenges us to reflect on the excessive desire to accumulate, identifying both personal and societal causes of greed, and reveals the spiritual cost of such desires.

With practical guidance, Seth encourages us to embrace gratitude, faith, and generosity as remedies to greed, urging us to find balance and pursue true freedom in our financial lives.

Join us as we delve into how living generously can lead to a richer, more fulfilling life rooted in Christ’s teachings.

00:00 - Introduction
06:15 - Greed: The Definition
10:13 - The Fruit of Greed
16:20 - The Alternatives
23:59 - The Causes
28:08 - The Cure

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Pastor Luke Simmons delivers a deeply insightful sermon on the deadly sin of lust, exploring its definition, dangers, and the way it distorts God's good design.

As part of the series on the Seven Deadly Sins, this sermon emphasizes that while all sins lead to death, principal vices like lust serve as fountainheads for other destructive behaviors. Pastor Luke guides us through biblical teachings from 1 Thessalonians 4, offering hope and a path towards holiness and honor.

Discover God's design for sexuality, the devastating impact of unchecked lust, and God's directive for overcoming this sin.

Join us as we seek to walk in the light and embrace a life filled with godly virtue in Christ.

00:00 - Introduction
05:02 - God’s Design
13:32 - Lust’s Definition
19:12 - Lust’s Danger
25:15 - God’s Directive

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Pastor Luke Simmons kicks off our new sermon series, "Seven Deadly Sins," with an exploration of pride.

In this message, he invites us to reconsider our understanding of what constitutes the "good life," urging us to allow Jesus to define it. We delve into the origins and significance of the seven deadly sins and examine pride as the root of many destructive behaviors.

Pastor Luke discusses the dangers of pride, how it separates us from God, and its impact on our relationships. He presents practical steps for overcoming pride by pursuing humility, following the example of Jesus, and building life-giving habits.

Join us as we embark on this journey to detox from pride and align our lives more closely with the virtues taught by Christ.

00:00 - Introduction
10:52 - Pride Defined
13:44 - Pride’s Danger
21:45 - Pride’s Descendant
25:58 - Signs of Vainglory
29:59 - Pride’s Detox
34:28 - 5 Practices to Detox from Pride

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Pastor Luke Simmons welcomes you to a special Vision Sunday at Ironwood Church.

In this message, he explores the importance of intentionality in our spiritual journey and introduces the church’s vision for the upcoming year. Discover the central mission of disciple-making, and learn about exciting initiatives and events designed to foster spiritual growth within the community.

Pastor Luke also delves into John 10, illustrating Jesus’s promise of the good life and inviting all to actively participate in pursuing it.

Join us as we commit to making a meaningful impact for God's kingdom.

00:00 - Introduction
03:57 - Our Never Changing Mission
05:12 - Make Disciples
13:03 - Serving
16:54 - Community
18:08 - Spiritual Formation Path
22:11 - UNTIL
28:03 - Ironwood Life
28:31 - Pursue the Good Life

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Pastor Luke Simmons concludes our series in Hebrews with an uplifting sermon addressing how God can put us back together.

Drawing from Hebrews 13:20-21, Pastor Luke explores how the God of peace, who resurrected Jesus, offers to mend our brokenness and equip us for the life He intended.

Learn about the profound hope offered through Jesus Christ, our great shepherd, and understand why God's work in us is for our good and His glory. Join us as we delve into the significance of being restored by the blood of Jesus and God's unwavering promise to make us whole.

00:00 - Introduction
09:42 - Who Puts Us Back Together
15:43 - How He Puts Us Back Together
28:27 - Why He Puts Us Back Together

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Guest speaker Sandy Mason delivers an insightful sermon as part of the series in Hebrews.

In this message, Sandy emphasizes the enduring nature of Jesus Christ, who remains the same yesterday, today, and forever—even in a world of constant change. He explores the challenges faced by the early Jewish believers as they transitioned from long-held traditions to the new covenant in Christ.

Sandy encourages listeners to embrace their faith with confidence, bear the reproach of being a disciple, and live as a community marked by grace, gratitude, and joyful service. 

Join the Ironwood family as Sandy shares practical wisdom on living out our faith in a transforming world, highlighting the true message of Hebrews.

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Pastor Joshua Yasuda continues the series on Hebrews with a focus on Hebrews 13:1-6.

In this sermon, he explores the call for believers to embody the principles of purpose, presence, and purity as a community of faith. Using relatable anecdotes and scriptural insights, Pastor Josh highlights the importance of brotherly love, hospitality, and living a life that honors God.

Join us as we delve into how these family traits of God's people are a reflection of His grace and an essential aspect of living out our faith. Don't miss this enlightening continuation of our journey through the book of Hebrews.

00:00 - Introduction
03:58 - Main Idea: God calls us to live with purpose, presence, and purity.
04:38 - Living with Purpose (v. 1)
23:16 - Living with Presence (v. 2-3)
35:04 - Living with Purity (v. 4-6)

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Pastor Josh Yasuda continues the series on Hebrews with an insightful sermon on Hebrews chapter 12.

As we explore the end of the book, Pastor Josh encourages us to reflect on our spiritual journey, emphasizing the importance of fuel for our faith drawn from the reality of our heavenly home. Through personal stories and biblical insights, he illustrates the grace and promise offered to us through Christ.

Join us as we are reminded of the grace that fuels our gratitude and devotion to God, and learn how this eternal perspective helps us run our race with endurance and joy.

00:00 - Introduction
04:44 - Main Idea: The reality of our heavenly home fuels our gratitude and devotion to God as we run the race.
04:54 - Fuels our gratitude to God for His grace (Heb 12:22-24, 28)
05:32 - Locates Us in God’s Story
32:31 - Fuels our devotion to Him (Heb 12:28)

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Pastor Luke Simmons delivers a sermon on finishing the race of faith, focusing on practical steps outlined in Hebrews 12.

In this message, learn about the five keys to enduring in your spiritual journey: joining in with the community, pressing on with determination, clearing out distractions, cleaning up relationships, and watching out for spiritual pitfalls.

Drawing inspiration from Derek Redmond's Olympic race, Pastor Luke emphasizes the importance of running together as a community and seeking God's guidance and support.

This sermon is part of our series on Hebrews, designed to strengthen your faith and encourage perseverance in the face of life's challenges.

Join us as we explore how to lean on God's grace and each other to finish the race well.

00:00 - Introduction
06:48 - Join in (v. 12-17)
10:01 - Press On (v. 12)
12:20 - Clear out (v. 13)
20:48 - Clean up (v. 14)

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